One of the speakers, Dr. Ron Swaisgood, described the baby panda as "a bit on the small side, but very healthy, very strong and vibrant. Those who work with him very closely will describe him as very peaceful."

Qiu Shaofang, consul general from the Chinese Consulate in Los Angeles, described San Diego as a "home away from home" for the four pandas at the zoo.>

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